Our hybrid orientation program will include virtual information sessions as well as exciting in-person social events to help you meet new friends and feel at home at Western.
Please plan to visit our Welcome Centre during your first week to connect with fellow new students and get support with your transition to Western.
Meet with an International Student Advisor
As a new student, you are encouraged to connect with an advisor during your first month at Western to get personalized advice and learn more about how they can support you throughout your time here.
Winter International Orientation Schedule
December 3
Pre-Arrival Webinar: New Students to Canada
Connect
8:00 am - 9:30 am
December 4
Pre-Arrival Webinar: Exchange Students
Connect
8:00 am - 9:30 am
December 10
Pre-Arrival Webinar: New International Students Within Canada
Connect
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
January 5-9, 2026
Welcome Centre
Connect
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Chu Centre
January 6
Explore Campus With Us!
Socialize
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Chu Centre
January 7
Social Insurance Number (SIN) Clinic
Learn
9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Chu Centre
January 8
Special Edition Global Cafe
Socialize
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
International & Graduate Affairs Building
January 9
New Student Celebration Dinner
Socialize
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Great Hall (SH)
January 10
Western Mustangs Men's Hockey Game
Socialize
7:00 pm
Western Rec, Thompson Centre
January 10-11
Winter Weekend Ideas
Community
Explore on your own
January 14
Webinar: Canadian Culture 101
Learn
10:30 am to 11:30 am
Virtual
January 15
Special Edition Global Cafe
Socialize
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
IGAB Atrium
January 15
Exchange Student FAQ & Social
Socialize
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Chu Centre
January 16
International Families Lunch
Socialize
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Thames Hall Atrium
January 17-18
100 Kellogg Lane
Community
Explore on your own
January 21
Webinar: Navigating the Canadian Health Care System
